Flights Shannon → Faro
SNN → FAO
How long is the flight from Shannon to Faro?
The flight from Shannon (SNN) to Faro (FAO) takes about 2h 36m. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route overview
The flight route operates between Shannon and Faro, connecting two cities with a mix of Airbus A320 and Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The airport in Shannon has been operational since 1942 and serves as the origin for this route, while Faro's destination airport handles approximately 2,207,000 passengers annually.
The Shannon (SNN) → Faro (FAO) route is operated by Aer Lingus, Ryanair. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 6.6/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Faro the average ATFM delay is 1.1 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from Shannon the average ATFM delay is 0.9 minutes.
Heading to Faro: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Shannon (SNN) to Faro (FAO) heads south for about 1,746 km, a flight time of roughly 2h 36m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Shannon the average ATFM delay is 0.9 min (atfm); arriving into Faro it is 1.1 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanair (FR) | 80% | 32 min | 2.2% |
| Aer Lingus (EI) | 79% | 42 min | 2.5% |
Airlines operating SNN-FAO
Airports
Frequently asked questions about SNN-FAO
The flight from Shannon (SNN) to Faro (FAO) takes about 2h 36m. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: Aer Lingus, Ryanair.
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The Shannon-Faro route is about 1,746 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €400, barring extraordinary circumstances.
